The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) yesterday announced the passing of one of its leaders, Cyril Belgrave, in New York, USA.
“The PPP expresses its deepest condolences to the family and relatives of Cyril Belgrave and the members of the PPP family who knew and loved this friendly and humble leader”, the party said adding that he was a loyal member and leader of the Party dating back to the 1950s.
“Brave and disciplined, he remained loyal to the People’s Progressive Party throughout his more than six decades of membership right up to his passing. Ill health led him to live overseas but his heart remained always in Guyana and up to his passing he was anxious to be kept abreast as to what was happening and when elections would be held next year”, the PPP said.
It added that as a patriot who fought for Guyana’s independence and the restoration of democracy, in 1992, Belgrave was conferred with the Cacique Crown of Honour by President Dr. Cheddi Jagan, in recognition of his bravery and commitment to the people of Guyana.
